Papers and More Papers

Scanlon imports hand-stamped papers from a small shop in Florence, Italy.

Beth Scanlon

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Building the Tent

The paper tents are made in four stages. Here, Scanlon prepares the trim of the canopy.

Beth Scanlon

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Shaping the Paper

Soaking the papers in a water-based paste allows them to relax and be molded into any shape desired.

Beth Scanlon

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Crenellated Edge

Scanlon cuts the paper to mimic a crenellated border, an architectural style you might associate with castles.

Beth Scanlon

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Recipes for Designs

Scanlon keeps a big book, much like a recipe book, where she documents the dimensions and methods she uses for each specific project or design. She collects Portuguese flower bricks and uses them to store her paint brushes.

Beth Scanlon

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Wax On

Scanlon's studio is located in Portland, Oregon, in the cottage where she lives. She lines her work surfaces with wax paper so her masterpieces don't end up stuck to a table!

Beth Scanlon

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Ready to Ship

She dries the tents in the window. These are ready to ship.

Beth Scanlon

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Cartonnage

Scanlon works with old techniques like silhouette, diorama, and cartonnage — the art of making boxes.